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How NIRP is driving investors to take the corporate shilling

One of the biggest conundrums facing investors today comes in the form of the Government bond market. In theory a source of steady coupons in...

Thu, 23/06/2016 - 11:31


How to invest in... The space industry

On Saturday 18 June, Major Tim Peake returns to Earth following his six months on the International Space Station. The space industry will once again...

Thu, 23/06/2016 - 08:46


Tick in a box

How to invest ethically

In the end, most investors put capital at risk because they want a return that satisfies their personal needs and requirements. Some may do so...

Fri, 17/06/2016 - 16:17


Wheel

Get behind the wheel with automotive stocks

The car industry is racing ahead thanks to popular credit schemes enabling consumers to get the latest cars at low monthly prices. New UK car...

Wed, 15/06/2016 - 14:38


Five personal implications of a Brexit

Five personal implications of a Brexit

Most independent economic analysis suggests that leaving the EU will be detrimental to the UK economy. Whilst this is not certain, a Brexit would definitely...

Mon, 13/06/2016 - 14:02


Biotechnology looks to bounce back

Biotechnology looks to bounce back

Stock markets are like elephants. They have long memories. No sooner had Sir Philip Green found himself in a spot of bother over BHS, and...

Thu, 09/06/2016 - 11:14


The secret to finding more robust dividend-paying ETFs

The secret to finding more robust dividend-paying ETFs

Dividend-oriented exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a tempting option for income-seeking investors, but chasing high yields can be a dangerous investment strategy. If you’re worried about...

Mon, 06/06/2016 - 11:46


How investors can roll out the barrel

How investors can roll out the barrel

 

Production disruption in Canada, Venezuela, Nigeria, Libya and Iraq, coupled with relatively steady demand, is helping drag oil back toward the $50-a-barrel.

 

Brent crude and West...

Fri, 03/06/2016 - 12:11


Federal Reserve spins the rate rise wheel once more

Federal Reserve spins the rate rise wheel once more

No sooner have the markets decided there will be no interest rate hike from the US Federal Reserve this year (or the Bank of England,...

Thu, 26/05/2016 - 16:38


What will Brexit mean for your portfolio?

What will Brexit mean for your portfolio?

Almost three quarters (72%) of AJ Bell Youinvest customers who completed our recent online ‘Brexit’ survey are concerned about the impact the result of the...

Thu, 26/05/2016 - 13:18


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